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VIDEO & PHOTOS: Whispering Bob Harris talks about Aortic Dissection after the 5K for AD walk
Bob was one of a number of celebrities who took part in 5K for AD, a charity walk in aid of the Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust at Bristol's Ashton Gate Stadium.
Sunderland-bound Whistle Test presenter says Sex Pistols incident is “water under the bridge”
Broadcasting legend Bob Harris has told the Echo that an infamous event involving himself and punk icons the Sex Pistols is ‘water under the bridge’.
Listen: Bob joins George Egg & Danny Wallace for BBC Radio 4’s “Loose Ends”
Danny Wallace and George Egg are joined by Alexandra Burke, Danielle de Niese, Bob Harris and Kéllé Bryan for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from The Teskey Brothers and Angeline Morrison.
VIDEO: Bob hosts an evening of entertainment on the South Coast
Under the stars, the echoes of laughter mixed with stories of survival reminded us of life's precious rhythm and the pure joy of being part of it.
Gallery: Bob & friends at C2C 2023
“What was an incredible @c2cfestival weekend of music, sessions, broadcasts and love - a weekend that I wasn’t sure I was going to be able to host.”
Bob’s son Miles invited to photograph the England v Italy 6 Nations game at Twickenham
Despite Bob’s lifelong love of - and participation in - rugby, this weekend will see his son, Miles’, very first experience of Twickenham in all its thunderous glory when he takes to the hallowed turf to photograph the game for the RFU.
Bob Harris presents new Sky “classic” music video channel
“That’s 60s” broadcasts performances from the artists of the era. Whilst music videos were not always produced by recording artists until later decades, “That’s 60s” showx many live band performances made for TV shows around the world during the 60s.
Listen in: Jo Whiley, Bob Harris and Elaine Paige chat to Dermot O'Leary
Listen in right now to the BBC Radio 2 show - due to be broadcast on 28th December - when Dermot brings together his Radio 2 colleagues to chat about their life on air at the BBC.
Bob’s cropping up across the BBC Radio stations this Christmas & New Year
This Christmas Bob will be as busy as Santa - presenting and guesting on BBC Radio 2 & 4.
Bob is special guest on the “Cutlery Club” podcast
In this episode of The Cutlery Club Conversations Isobel Cripps, Cutlery Club Founder & Curator, chats with Bob - guest host at one of The Cutlery Club Salons earlier this year at Wilton's Music hall.
Bob is interviewed for The Cricketer magazine
Bob was more than a little delighted to be interviewed for a feature in The Cricketer magazine this month.
Pictures: “A day at Radio 2” for Children In Need
On 16th November 2022 Bob joined his BBC radio 2 colleagues in support of the extraordinary efforts made by afternoon DJ Scott Mills to raise funds foe “Children in Need”.
Chris Hawkins talks to Bob on “How to DJ” Podcast
In this first episode of a brand new series, Chris Hawkins catches up with Bob Harris, one of the most respected and enduring DJs and broadcasters in the industry.
Bob is Brian McClair’s guest on the “Three Chords And The Truth” podcast
“It was a real treat to have broadcasting legend 'Whispering' Bob Harris as our guest on this episode to talk everything from his love of all things Manchester United; the Old Grey Whistle Test; the truth about country music; hanging out with Led Zeppelin, Marc Bolan and President Jimmy Carter; fighting with the Sex Pistols; and much more besides!”
Rob Brydon meets Bob Harris
Bob talks about introducing the UK to legendary artists such as The Eagles on The Old Grey Whistle Test, hanging out with The Beach Boys, and celebrities who strike up unlikely friendships.
Whispers from The Deep South
This month Bob has taken full advantage of a wonderful opportunity to travel to Texas to host Buddy Holly's 85th Birthday Celebration in Lubbock, TX. His Stateside visit, lasting much of August, took in visits to Tennessee & Alabama and a chance to catch up with many old friends, colleagues, fellow broadcasters - as well as making many new friends along the way.
My life through a lens: legendary music broadcaster Bob Harris, 75, shares the stories behind his favourite snaps
Celebrities share the stories behind their favourite photos. This week it's legendary music broadcaster Bob Harris, 75…
The Oxford Times: “The Backstage Boys”
A super interview and show preview with The Oxford Times ahead of Bob & Danny’s show at The New Theatre, Oxford on March 22nd 2022.
Mirror Exclusive: “Radio 2's Whispering Bob Harris is still championing music aged 75 with new show”
Whispering Bob Harris is issuing the warmest greeting, those familiar white teeth gleaming, that unmistakable melodious voice coating our conversation like honey.
Listen in to Bob’s interview on Headliner Radio
Legendary broadcaster 'Whispering Bob' Harris speaks to Headliner about the 2022 C2C (Country 2 Country) music festival at the O2 in London, the genre's 21st century boom and his new BBC Radio 2 series celebrating its most exciting new talent.